Bless Quote by Polycarp
“Eighty and six years have I served Christ, nor has He ever done me any harm. How, then, could I blaspheme my King who saved Me?…I bless Thee for deigning me worthy of this day and this hour that I may be among Thy martyrs and drink the cup of my Lord Jesus Christ.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Epistle to the Church, 155 AD
Having served Christ without harm, I cannot betray Him; I bless God for this day and seek martyrdom.
In simple terms: Faith endures despite suffering.
Key Takeaway
Stay faithful under trial.
Themes
martyrdom
faith
loyalty
Mood
solemn
devout
Type
religious
historical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- persecution
- historical study
Key Concepts
sacrifice
spiritual conviction
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true loyalty look like today?
- How do you express devotion without self‑harm?
A Different Perspective
Modern readers may find martyrdom extreme.
